2001 Honda Fit vs. 1973 Maserati Bora
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 438 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Maserati Bora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Maserati Bora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1973 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Fit | Bora |
Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |